Minutes of the Board of Regents of Stephen F. Austin State University. 1994, Volume No. 129

Stephen F. Austin
State University
Minutes of the
Board of Regents
Nacogdoches, Texas
April 27,1994
Volume 129
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
93-142 Approval of January 25, 1994 and March 17,1994 Minutes 1
93-143 Election of Board Officers 1
93-144 Election of General Counsel 1
93-145 Election of President 1
93-146 Change of Status for Spring 1994 1
93-147 Faculty and Staff Appointments for 1993-94 2
93-148 Faculty and Staff Appointments for 1994-95 2
93-149 Promotions 3
93-150 Tenure 4
93-151 Regents Professorships for 1994-95 4
93-152 Faculty Development Leaves 4
93-153 Voluntary Modification of Employment 1994-95 4
93-154 Retirement 4
93-155 Faculty Workload Report 5
93-156 Approval of General and Graduate Bulletins 5
93-157 Adoption of Policy on Misconduct in Research 5
93-158 Proposal for Major in International Business 5
93-159 Annual Budget 5
93-160 Summer Budget 5
93-161 ARA Contract 5
93-162 Room and Apartment Rates 5
93-163 Student Fees 5
93-164 Library Computer Financing Package 5
93-165 Authorization to Prepare Request for Information to Select Bond Advisor... 5
93-166 Budget Changes -Ratification of Items Less Than $50,000 6
93-167 Computer Hardware - Academic Computing 6
93-168 Computer Hardware - Administrative Computing 6
93-169 Maintenance Building 6
93-170 Birdwell Building Elevator 6
93-171 Gibbs Hall Electrical Improvements 6
93-172 Pool House Renovation 6
Reports:
Chair, Faculty Senate
President, Student Government Association
Vice President for University Advancement - Scholarship Report
Assistant to the President for Recruiting and Retention - Recruiting and
Retention Report
President
Appendix No. 1 - Policy on Dealing with Allegations of Misconduct in Research
Appendix No. 2 - Proposal for Major in International Business
Appendix No. 3 - Room and Board Rates for 1994-95
Appendix No. 4 - Budget Changes
MINUTES OF THE MEETING
BOARD OF REGENTS
STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY
NACOGDOCHES, TEXAS
April 27, 1994
The meeting was called to order at 9:10 a.m. by Chair Sissy Austin.
93-142
Upon motion of Regent Windham, seconded by Regent Shaw with all members voting aye, it was
ordered that the minutes of January 25, 1994 and March 17,1994 be approved.
93-143
Upon motion of Regent Windham, seconded by Regent Blake, with all members voting aye, it
was ordered that Board officers for the coming year be elected as follows: Chairman of the
Board, Sissy Austin; Vice Chairman, Ron Adkison; and Secretary, Retta Kelley.
93-144
Upon motion of Regent Windham, seconded by Regent Blake, with all members voting aye, it
was ordered that Yvette Clark be elected as General Counsel at a salary of $70,000.
93-145
Upon motion of Regent Windham, seconded by Regent Christopher, with all members voting
aye, it was ordered that Dan Angel be elected President of Stephen F. Austin State University
at an annual salary of $130,000 and that a four-year contract be initiated, to be prepared by the
General Counsel, and approved by the Board.
93-146
Upon motion of Regent Christopher, seconded by Regent Montes it was ordered that the following
changes of status be approved.
1. Administrative Services
Dr. Martin C. Young, from Professor and Interim Dean at a salary of $71,280 for 12 months,
to Professor and Dew of the College of Business at a salary of $77,000 for 12 months,
effective May 1,1994,
2. Computer Science
Mr. William W. Long, Associate Director, McGee Computing Laboratory, an additional
$3,888.50 for assuming the responsibilities of Director effective spring semester, 1994.
3. Elementary Education
Dr. Jerry L. Irons, Professor, an additional $3,800 for serving as Coordinator of the Distance
Learning Centers, effective February, 1994.
4. Secondary Education
Dr. Donnya E. Stephens, Professor, an additional $1,000 for teaching an overload course for
the spring semester, 1994.
Dr. Roger D. Perritt, Professor, an additional $1,000 for teaching an overload course for the
spring semester, 1994.
5. University Affairs
Ms. Jill Milem, Campus Assistance Program Counselor, from a salary of $28,879 to Campus
Assistance Program Director at a salary of $31,497 for twelve months.
93-147
Upon motion of Regent Shaw, seconded by Regent Windham, it was ordered that the following
appointments for spring, 1994 be approved:
1. Applied Studies and Education
93-148
Upon motion of Regent Blake, seconded by Regent Montes, it was ordered that the following
appointments be approved:
1. Biology
Dr. Robert S. Stewart, Assistant Professor, Ph.D. (University of California), at a salary of
$34,500 for nine months.
2. English and Philosophy
Mr. Glenn B. Blalock, Assistant Professor, M.S. (Stetson University), at a salary of $30,000
for nine months, contingent upon completion of Ph.D. by August 23,1994.
Dr. Jacqueline M. O'Connor, Assistant Professor, Ph.D. (University of California, Davis), at
a salary of $30,000 for nine months.
3. Kinesiology and Health Science
Dr. Michael E. Sandlin, Assistant Professor, Ph.D. (Texas A&M University), at a salary of
$30,000 for nine months.
4. University Affairs
Mr. James Dachekt, Programmer Analyst I, at a salary of $20,796 for twelve months,
effective February 1,1994.
Ms. Sheila Dyer, Interpreter, at a salary of $33,500 for twelve months, effective April 1,1994.
Mr. Michael Findley, Campus Assistance Program Counselor, at a salary of $28,879 for
twelve months, effective March 25,1994.
93-149
Upon motion of Regent Christopher, seconded by Regent Montes, it was ordered that the following
individuals be granted promotion to the academic rank indicated, effective fall semester, 1994.
To Associate Professor:
Dr. Robert Strader Computer Science
Mr. Stan Bobo Kinesiology
Dr. Becky Greer Home Economics
Dr. Michael McKaig Counseling and Special Educational Programs
Dr. Leah Smith Elementary Education
Mr. Robert Kinsell Art
Dr. Gayle Berardi Political Science
Dr. Ray Darville Sociology
Dr. Michael Stapleton English
Dr. J. Kelly Cunningham Mathematics
To Professor:
Dr. Scott Bills History
Dr. Barbara Carr English
Dr. Michael Fountain Forestry
Dr. William Clark Mathematics
Dr. Richard Langley Chemistry
Dr. Dale Fish Counseling and Special Educational Programs
Dr. Bill Long Agriculture
Dr. Bruce Payette Counseling and Special Educational Programs
To Professor Emeritus:
Dr. Neal Houston English
93-150
Upon motion of Regent Blake, seconded by Regent Shaw, it was ordered that academic tenure be
awarded to the following individuals, effective September 1,1994.
Dr. Martha Sullivan Criminal Justice
Dr. Robert Strader Computer Science
Dr. Marsha Bayless Administrative Services
Dr. Geralyn Franklin Management and Marketing
Dr. Michael McKaig Counseling and Special Educational Programs
Mr. Robert Kinsell Ait
Dr. George Yancey Psychology
Dr. Dale Hearell English
Dr. Ray Darville Sociology
Dr. J. Kelly Cunningham Mathematics and Statistics
Ms. Kayce Halstead Library
93-151
Upon motion of Regent Christopher, seconded by Regent Windhara, it was ordered that the following
individuals be awarded Regents Professorships for the academic year 1994-95.
Dr. James E. Towns
Dr. Sylvia F. McGrath
93-152
Upon motion of Regent Christopher, seconded by Regent Windham, it was ordered that the faculty
members listed below be awarded Faculty Development Leaves for the seraester(s) indicated.
Fall 1994
Dr. Vinay Kothari Management/Marketing
Dr. David Creech Agriculture
Spring 1995
Dr. Jarrell Grout Computer Science
Fall 1994 and Spring 1995 (50%)
Dr. Jere Jackson History
Dr. James R. Speer Psychology
93-153
Upon motion of Regent Kelley, seconded by Regent Blake, it was ordered that the following requests
for retirement and subsequent modification of employment be approved.
Dr. Francis Abernethy, English and Philosophy
Dr. Talib A. Alhashimi, Agriculture
Mr. Bobby Boudria, Mathematics and Statistics
93-154
Upon motion of Regent Montes, seconded by Regent Christopher, it was ordered that the following
retirement be accepted.
1. Elementary Education
Dr. Don Fare, Professor, effective December 31,1994.
93-155
Upon motion of Regent Shaw, seconded by Regent Christopher, it was ordered that the faculty
woikload report for the spring semester, 1994 be approved as submitted at the meeting.
93-156
Upon motion of Regent Windham, seconded by Regent Christopher, it was ordered that the 1994-95
General Bulletin and the 1994-96 Graduate Bulletin be accepted
93-157
Upon motion of Regent Montes, seconded by Regent Shaw, it was ordered that the University Policy
on Misconduct in Research be approved as presented.
93-158
Upon motion of Regent Christopher, seconded by Regent Windham, it was ordered that the proposal
for offering a Major in International Business be approved and that the administration proceed to obtain
approval from The Higher Education Coordinating Board.
93-159
Upon motion of Regent Windham, seconded by Regent Christopher, it was ordered that the
budget for the 1994-95 fiscal year in the amount of $81,434,402 be approved as presented.
93-160
Upon motion of Regent Christopher, seconded by Regent Shaw, it was ordered that the
Summer Budget for the 1994 fiscal year in the amount of $2,339,781 be approved.
93-161
Upon motion of Regent Blake, seconded by Regent Montes, it was ordered that the current
ARASERVE contract, with modifications, be continued for FY 1994-95 with a 3.7% increase,
and that the President be authorized to sign the contract
93-162
Upon motion of Regent Christopher, seconded by Regent Montes, it was ordered that a 6.5%
increase in room and apartment rates be effective for FY 1994-95 in accordance with the
schedule presented.
93-163
Upon motion of Regent Christopher, seconded by Regent Montes, it was ordered that student
fees be increased as follows per semester credit hour effective September 1,1994.
From To
General Use Fee $10 $11
LibraryUseFee $1 $ 2
Computer Use Fee $3 $ 5
Course Fees Various - Average Increase $ 1
93-164
Upon motion of Regent Shaw, seconded by Regent Montes, it was ordered that the rate of
4.8% quoted by Stone Fort Bank for financing the purchase of a library computer system be
accepted and that the President be authorized to sign the necessary documents.
93-165
Upon motion of Regent Blake, seconded by Regent Shaw, it was ordered that the
administration be authorized to develop a Request for Proposal (RFP) to solicit pertinent
information from those firms qualified to provide bond advising services, and that the
recommendation be submitted to the Board at its July, 1994, meeting.
93-166
Upon motion of Regent Christopher, seconded by Regent Windham, it was ordered that the
budget changes of $50,000 or less be ratified as presented.
93-167
Upon motion of Regent Montes, seconded by Regent Shaw, it was ordered that the
administration be authorized to proceed with the purchase of the DEC 4000-720 for academic
computing in accordance with current state purchasing procedures and that the President be
authorized to sign the necessary purchase documents.
93-168
Upon motion of Regent Montes, seconded by Regent Christopher, it was ordered that the
administration be authorized to begin the planned replacement of high speed disk drives by
purchasing one drive per year in accordance with current state purchasing procedures at an
estimated cost of $45,000 for the coming year and that the President be authorized to sign the
necessary purchase documents.
93-169
Upon motion of Regent Blake, seconded by Regent Montes, it was ordered that the
administration be authorized to solicit bids for the construction of a 10,000 square foot
insulated metal building and that bids be presented to the Board at the July meeting.
93-170
Upon motion of Regent Windham, seconded by Regent Montes, it was ordered that the HEAF
funds in the amount of $125,000 previously allocated for the purchase of a road bus be
transferred to the installation cost for an elevator in the Birdwell Building, that the
administration be authorized to secure bids, and that the President be authorized to sign the
necessary purchase documents.
93-171
Upon motion of Regent Blake, seconded by Regent Christopher, it was ordered that the
administration be authorized to solicit bids for the re-wiring of Gibbs Hall and that the
President be authorized to sign the necessary purchase documents.
93-172
Upon motion of Regent Shaw, seconded by Regent Blake, it was ordered that the
administration be authorized to solicit bids for the renovation of the pool house and that the
President be authorized to sign the necessary purchase documents.
Reports Presented From:
A. Faculty Senate Chair, Dr. Suzy Weems
•Academic restructuring
•Graduation procedures
•Grievance procedures
•Evaluation of administration
•Monetary reward for faculty
•Average class size and faculty/student ratio
•Support financial priorities which reflect significance of faculty role and
recognition of faculty excellence
•Appreciation for open dialogue between faculty and Board
B. Student Government Association President, Mr. Jared Wylie and Erik Gobel
•Unfortunate that fees and tuition have to increase; in future perhaps SGA can assist
in formulating a recommendation
•Senate restructuring to allow for totally "elected" body
•Disabilities Research Commission established, with Robert Flournoy as Chair
•Interest in negotiations for food service contract
•Dead week policy
•Promote cooperative effort with Faculty Senate on faculty evaluations
•Support Legislator Day and placement of a non-voting student member on Board
of Regents
•Polling place on campus for November state election
•Current dialogue with University Police Department regarding additional twenty-minute
parking near University Center and expanded commuter parking
C. Vice President for University Advancement, Dr. Jerry Holbert
1. General and Scholarship Report
2. Designated gifts received by SFASU Foundation, Inc.
D. Assistant to the President for Recruiting and Retention, Dr. Judd Staples
•Retention Report - Presentations by Judd Staples, Tim Clipson, Beth Smith, Joel
Wyatt, Jim Hardy, Nancy Dunn, Mike Pollard, Bob Lawson. Also present Kim
Farris, Dennis Jones, Glender Chatman, Sarah Kessman, Cindy Rains.
NOTE: Tentative date for summer meeting is Tuesday, August 2.
Appendix Number 1
STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY
PROCEDURES FOR DEALING WITH ALLEGATIONS
OF MISCONDUCT IN RESEARCH
I. Policy Statement Relating to Misconduct in Research
A. Stephen F. Austin State University strives to create a climate that promotes faithful
adherence to high ethical standards in the conduct of scientific research, scholarship,
and creative activities without inhibiting the productivity and creativity of the
academic community. Misconduct in research is an offense that damages the
reputation not only of those involved but also of the entire educational community.
B. Misconduct in research means fabrication, falsification, plagiarism, or other practices
that materially deviate from those that are commonly accepted within the scientific
and scholarly community for proposing, conducting, or reporting research. It does
not include honest errors or honest differences in interpretations or judgments.
C. Misconduct in research is a major breach of the relationship between a faculty or
staff member and the institution. In order to maintain the integrity of research
projects, every investigator should keep an auditable record of experimental
protocols, data, and findings. Coauthors on research reports of any type must have a
bona fide role in the research and must accept responsibility for the quality of the
work reported.
D. Any inquiry or investigation of allegations of misconduct in research must proceed
promptly and with due regard for the reputation and rights of all individuals
involved.
E. The University will take all reasonable steps to assure that the persons involved in the
evaluation of the allegations and evidence have appropriate expertise and that no
person involved in the procedures is either biased against the accused person(s) or
has a conflict of interest.
II. Procedures for Addressing Misconduct in Research
A. Initial allegations, in writing, must be reported to the Vice President for Academic
Affairs. If the Vice President for Academic Affairs has a possible conflict of
interest, the allegations will be referred to the President of the University,
The Vice President for Academic Affairs shall informally review any allegations of
misconduct in research and scholarship and determine whether the allegation warrants
initiation of the inquiry process according to the policies and procedures for
misconduct in research and scholarship, or whether other policies and procedures,
such as those relevant to employment grievances should be invoked. The Vice
President for Academic Affairs will counsel the individual(s) bringing the allegation
as to the policies and procedures to be used. If the reporting individual chooses not
to make a formal allegation but the Vice President for Academic Affairs believes that
reasonable cause exists to warrant an inquiry, the inquiry process shall be initiated.
Even if the individual against whom the allegation is made (hereafter referred to as
the respondent) leaves or has left the University before the case is resolved, the
University will pursue an allegation of misconduct to its conclusion.
Once an allegation is made, the identity of the respondent will be held in strict
confidence to the extent allowed by law to protect the individual involved.
Where the complainant seeks anonymity, the Vice President for Academic Affairs
shall operate in such a way as to maintain the anonymity to the degree compatible
with accomplishing the initial review. Such anonymity cannot, however, be assured.
Further, anonymity of the complainant is neither desirable nor appropriate where the
testimony or witness of the complainant is important to the substantiation of the
allegations.
B. Inquiry
1. Purpose
Whenever a warranted allegation or complaint involving the possibility of misconduct
is made, the Vice President for Academic Affairs shall initiate an inquiry. In the
inquiry stage, factual information is gathered and expeditiously reviewed to
determine if an investigation of the charge is warranted. An inquiry is designed to
separate allegations deserving of further investigation from frivolous, unjustified, or
clearly mistaken allegations.
2. Structure
a. The Vice President for Academic Affairs shall, after a decision to proceed with an
inquiry, appoint an individual to conduct an official inquiry. This individual will
have no conflict of interest, hold no appointment in the departments of either the
complainant or the respondent, and have appropriate expertise for evaluating the
information relevant to the case. Every effort will be made following initial
administrative review of the allegation to appoint an individual within fifteen (15)
working days, but the individual must be appointed within thirty (30) working days.
b. Records of the inquiry are confidential to the extent allowed by law and are to be
passed on to a Committee of Investigation if formal review is initiated. In any case,
the records shall be kept secure, and if no misconduct is found, the records should be
destroyed three years after completion of an inquiry. At the option of the individual
conducting the inquiry, proceedings either will be tape recorded or transcribed and
the records will be made available to appropriate and involved parties upon request.
c. The inquiry phase will be completed within sixty (60) calendar days of its initiation
unless the individual determines that circumstances clearly warrant a longer period.
In such circumstances, the individual will advise the Vice President for Academic
Affairs who will advise all relevant parties. The record of the inquiry will include
documentation of the reason for exceeding the sixty-(60) day period.
d. All principals in the inquiry may be accompanied by a representative for advice and
counsel. However, since the inquiry is informal and intended to be expeditious,
principals must speak for themselves.
3. Process
a. The Vice President for Academic Affairs is responsible for notifying all parties in
writing of the allegations and of the procedures that will be used to examine the
allegations. Further, they will be informed of the individual proposed to conduct the
inquiry for the purpose of identifying in advance any actual or potential conflict of
interest.
b. Information, expert opinions, records, and other pertinent data may be requested by
the individual conducting the inquiry. All involved parties are obliged to cooperate
with this individual by supplying such requested documents and information.
c. During the inquiry, access to copies of all documents reviewed by the individual
conducting the inquiry will be assured to all appropriate parties. All materials will
be considered confidential to the extent allowed by law and shared only with those
with a need to know. During the inquiry, the Vice President for Academic Affairs
and the individual conducting the inquiry are responsible for security of relevant
documents. Copies of all documents and related communications are to be securely
maintained in the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs.
d. All parties to the case, including the individual conducting the inquiry, shall have the
opportunity to present evidence and to call witnesses.
4. Findings
a. The completion of an inquiry is marked by a determination of whether or not an
investigation is warranted. The individual conducting the inquiry shall find no
misconduct unless it is concluded, based on the preponderance of evidence for each
allegation, that the allegation(s) have sufficient merit to call for an investigation.
The outcome of the inquiry will be conveyed in writing to the Vice President for
Academic Affairs, who will be responsible for communication of the findings to the
respondent within ten working days. The respondent shall be given the opportunity
to comment in writing upon the findings and recommendations of the inquiry. If the
respondent chooses to comment, such comments must be forwarded as soon as
possible within ten (10) working days.
b. If the outcome of the inquiry indicates a need for formal investigation, the Vice
President for Academic Affairs shall, after notification to the appropriate Dean(s) and
legal counsel, initiate the investigatory process. Under certain circumstances, as
defined by the applicable federal regulations, the institution may be expected to
notify the sponsoring agency or funding source prior to the initiation of an
investigation. Factors used to determine the timing of such notification include the
following: (1) There is an immediate health hazard involved; (2) There is an
immediate need to protect federal funds or equipment; (3) There is an immediate
need to protect the interests of the person(s) making the allegations or of the
individual(s) who is(are) the subject(s) of the allegations as well as his/her(their) co-investigators
and associates, if any; (4) It is probable that the alleged incident is
going to be reported publicly; or (5) There is a reasonable indication of possible
criminal violation.
c. If an allegation is found to be unsupported but has been submitted in good faith, no
further action, other than informing all parties, will be taken. The proceedings of an
inquiry, including the identity of the respondent, will be held in strict confidence to
the extent allowed by law to protect the parties involved. If confidentiality is
breached, the University will take reasonable steps to minimize the damage to
reputations that may result from inaccurate reports.
d. If the individual conducting the inquiry finds the allegations to be unjust and
malicious, those findings will be reported to the Vice President for Academic
Affairs. At this time the Vice President for Academic Affairs may take such actions
or impose such sanctions as are appropriate to the situation.
C. Investigation and Determination
1. Purpose
An investigation will be initiated when an inquiry results in a finding that investigation is
warranted. The purpose of investigation is to explore the allegations further and
determine whether misconduct in research and scholarship has been committed. The
investigation will focus on accusations of misconduct as defined previously and examine
the factual materials of each case. In the course of an investigation, additional
information may emerge that justifies broadening the scope of the. investigation beyond
the initial allegations. The respondent will be informed in writing when significant new
directions of investigation are undertaken.
2. Structure
a. The Vice President for Academic Affairs will, after a decision to proceed with an
investigation, and after consultation with the chair of the University Research
Council, appoint an Investigating Committee of no less than three persons. At least
two members will be senior faculty who are without conflict of interest, hold no
appointment in the departments of either the complainant or the respondent, and
have appropriate expertise for evaluating the information relevant to the case. At
least one member shall be a person who is not associated with Stephen F. Austin
State University. The individual who conducted the inquiry shall not serve on the
Investigating Committee. Following receipt of the inquiry report, every effort will
be made to appoint an Investigating Committee within fifteen (15) working days, but
the Committee must be appointed within thirty (30) working days.
b. At its first meeting, the Committee will elect a chairperson to handle procedural and
administrative matters.
c. Hearings are confidential and may be declared closed by request of any of the
principals. Written notification of hearing dates and copies of all relevant documents
will be provided by the Vice President for Academic Affairs in advance of scheduled
meetings. At the option of the Committee, proceedings either will be tape recorded
or transcribed, and the records will be made available to involved parties upon
request.
d. Every effort should be made to complete the investigation within 120 days; however,
it is acknowledged that in some cases this time period may be difficult to meet. In
such cases, the Investigating Committee shall compile a progress report, identify
reasons for the delay, and notify the Vice President for Academic Affairs of the
additional time necessary for the investigation. The Vice President for Academic
Affairs shall convey to the funding agency such information as may be required by it
at intervals as required by the agency.
e. Both the principals and the Investigating Committee may discuss the issues personally
or have a representative accompany them.
3. Process
a. The Vice President for Academic Affairs is responsible for notifying all parties in
writing of the allegations and of the procedures that will be used to examine the
allegations. Further, they will be informed of the proposed membership of the
Committee of Investigation for the purpose of identifying in advance any actual or
potential conflict of interest.
b. All parties to the case, including the Investigating Committee, may present evidence
and call and examine or cross-examine witnesses. The investigation normally will
include examination of all documentation, including, but not necessarily limited to,
relevant research data and proposals, publications, correspondence, and memoranda
of telephone calls. The Committee will make every attempt to interview all
individuals involved in making the allegation or against whom the allegation is made,
as well as other individuals who might have information regarding key aspects of the
allegations; complete summaries of these interviews will be provided to the
interviewed party for comment or revision and included as part of the investigatory
file. Additional hearings may be held, and the Committee may request the
involvement of outside experts. The investigation must be sufficiently thorough to
permit the Committee to reach a decision about the validity of the allegation(s) and
the scope of the wrongdoing or to be sure that further investigation is not likely to
alter an inconclusive result. In addition to making a judgment on the veracity of the
charges, the Committee may recommend to the Vice President for Academic Affairs
appropriate sanctions if warranted.
c. As the University is responsible for protecting the health and safety of research
subjects, students, and staff, interim administrative action prior to conclusion of
either the inquiry or the investigation may be indicated. Such action, ranging from
slight restriction to complete suspension of respondent and notification of external
sponsors, if indicated, is initiated by the Vice President for Academic Affairs.
d. All parties in the investigation are encouraged to cooperate by producing any
additional data requested for the investigation. Copies of all materials secured by the
Committee shall be provided to the respondent and may be provided to other
concerned parties as judged appropriate by the Committee.
e. The respondent shall have an opportunity to address the charges and evidence in
detail.
f. After all evidence has been received and hearings completed, the Investigating
Committee shall meet in closed sessions to deliberate and prepare its findings and
recommendations. The Committee shall find no academic misconduct unless a
majority of the members conclude that the preponderance of the credible evidence
substantiates the allegation(s).
g. All significant developments during the investigation as well as the findings and
recommendations of the Committee will be reported by the Vice President for
Academic Affairs to the research sponsor if appropriate.
4. Findings
a. Upon completion of the investigation, the Committee will submit to the Vice
President for Academic Affairs a full written report that details the Committee's
findings and recommendations. The Committee's findings are binding upon the
Institution subject to appeal by the respondent.
b. This report shall also be sent to the respondent by the Vice President for Academic
Affairs within ten (10) days of its receipt.
5. Resolution
a. Finding of Absence of Academic Misconduct
All research sponsors and others initially informed of the investigation will be
informed in writing that allegations of misconduct were not supported. If the
allegations are deemed to have been maliciously motivated, the Committee will
report those findings to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. If the allegations,
however incorrect, are deemed to have been made in good faith, no additional
measures are indicated and efforts will be made to prevent retaliatory actions. In
publicizing the finding of no misconduct, the University will be guided by whether
public announcements will be harmful or beneficial in restoring any reputation(s) that
may have been damaged. Usually, such decision will rest with the person who was
innocently accused.
b. Finding of Presence of Academic Misconduct
The Vice President for Academic Affairs shall consider the recommendations of the
Committee and shall be responsible for determining and implementing sanctions.
The respondent shall be notified in writing of the recommended sanctions within
twenty (20) days. If the sanctions involve a recommendation for termination of
employment, the University academic termination procedures will be invoked. The
University must take action appropriate for the seriousness of the misconduct,
including, but not limited to, one or more of the following, subject to existing
University policies:
1) Institutional Disciplinary Action including:
° Removal from particular project
o Special monitoring of future work
o Letter of reprimand
o Probation for specified period with conditions specified
o Suspension of rights and responsibilities for a specified period, with or
without salary
0 Financial restitution
° Termination of employment/enrollment
2) Notification. The Vice President for Academic Affairs is responsible for
notification of the outcome to all federal agencies, sponsors or other entities
initially informed of the investigation. Consideration should be given to formal
notification of involved parties such as:
° Sponsoring agencies, funding sources
0 Co-authors, co-investigators, collaborators, department, University
publications
° Editors of the journal(s) in which fraudulent research was published
0 State professional licensing boards
° Editors of journals or other publications, other institutions, sponsoring
agencies, and funding sources with which the individual has been affiliated
° Professional societies
3) Interim sanctions may be imposed during the appellate process.
6. Appeal
Individuals may appeal the judgment of the Investigating Committee and/or the sanction.
A written statement of the grounds for the appeal must be submitted to the President
within thirty (30) days of written notification of the sanctions. Grounds for appeal
include, but are not limited to, previously unconsidered material evidence, sanctions not
commensurate with the finding, and failure to follow the prescribed process. Upon
receipt of a written appeal, the President will evaluate the evidence and make a
determination. The President shall reopen the investigation if the previously
unconsidered material evidence so warrants and may reopen the investigation if
circumstances so dictate. The President's decision will be conveyed to all involved in a
timely fashion, but must be conveyed within thirty (30) working days. In the case of
termination, the appropriate University policies on termination for cause shall be
followed.
Authority: Public Health Service Act in accordance with 42 CFR Part 50 03/02/94
Appendix Number 2
PROPOSAL
MAJOR IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
SUBMITTED BY: Vinay Kothari, Ph.D.
Professor of Management & Marketing
TO: Dr. Marlin C. Young
Acting Dean, College of Business
VIA: Dr. Warren Fisher
Chair, Dept. of Management & Marketing
PRELIMINARY REMARKS:The current global business environment, which
represents tremendous opportunities as well as
challenges for U.S. business, necessitates a
continuous examination of the business courses
and programs to determine their effectiveness-particularly
in the area of International
Business. A recent examination of our various
courses and programs at SFA suggests that we
could offer a Major in International Business
to meet our students' interests and needs.
There are already enough courses throughout
the University to offer an interdisciplinary
International Business Major. No additional
resources are required at present to offer
this program. If this major is approved, SFA
will be among the very few leading schools
across the State of Texas and in the nation
with an outstanding program in International
Business.
MAJOR IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS - PROPOSAL
INTRODUCTION
As we march toward the 21st Century, it is becoming increasingly
clear that the United States must prepare itself to meet the
challenges of growing international business competition and regain
its competitive edge and economic leadership. Reasons for this are
obvious. For instance, while the U. S. enjoyed an unbroken string
of trade surpluses for almost 80 years, since 1975 it has had
deficits each year; and, the world's largest creditor nation prior
to the mid 1980s, the U.S. today is the world's largest debtor
nation, far surpassing such third world countries as Brazil, India
and Mexico. As we continue to lose jobs and own less and less of
our economy each year, the importance of reversing the trends
becomes more and more unquestionable.
To reverse the trends, the initial tendency often is to suggest
legal means which would prohibit foreign imports and foreign
ownerships of American businesses. Restrictions on foreign trade
and investment historically have not been proven very beneficial
and, in fact, could be harmful to the U.S. in the long run both
economically and politically. Furthermore, it would be odd for the
U.S. to adopt restrictive measures while Eastern Europe, Southeast
Asia, South America and the rest are rapidly tearing down the walls
of restrictions and removing barriers.
Instead of laws, what the U.S. needs is the development of managers
who understand foreign cultures, political/legal systems and
economic dynamics and who welcome - not resist -international
competition. In the contemporary global climate of economic
cooperation rather than confrontation that is evident in such
developments as Europe 1992 and the North American Free Trade
Agreement (NAFTA), it is imperative that the U. S. expend greater
resources and efforts to effectively educate and train individuals
so that they could pursue emerging opportunities worldwide,
overcome business obstacles, and succeed as world competitors.
A special report on the Internationalizing the Curriculum Project,
which was jointly sponsored by the American Association of Colleges
(AAC) and the American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business
(AACSB), entitled Bevond Borders: Profiles in International
Education (1993), writes: "Globalization is here to stay, and its
pace in the foreseeable future will only accelerate. Increasingly,
the expansion of the international dimension of higher education is
not so much an option as responsibility.11
For meeting the challenges of global business, many schools across
the U. S., including SFASU, have recognized the importance of
internationalizing education and have begun to offer a variety of
courses and programs in international business. SFA was among the
first in Texas to offer a minor in International Business. This
minor has continued to attract more than 35 students each semester.
«.■«« nf the minor at SFA about a decade ago, the
Since the inception of tne mx d significantly offering more
nature of global busx^s dents than before. To prepare students
career °PP°rtunities ^ st^denopportunities, the time has come for
Sfa" t^^r af°step further S? ofrering a major in International
Business.
OBJECTIVES Manor in International Business is to
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(export/import) or which have cone^ iouJ governmental agencies
production and «rt«Vn?nSSationJi- also offer numerous career
^J^^ tht ^national Business ma.ors.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MAJORS CURRICULUM
Part I: Required FOUNDATION Courses: (15 Credit Hours)
Cultural Geography - Geography 230
International Politics - Political Science 332
International Economics - Economics 480
International Marketing - Marketing 452
Managing Multin'l Orgs. - Management 422
Part II: Select Two AREA Courses (6 Hours) from the following:
Latin American History - History 331
Contemporary Europe - History 461
Topics in World History - History 313
Area Studies - Geography 450
Major Foreign Governments - Political Science 304
Part III: Select ONE Course (3 Hours) from the following:
Cultural Anthropology - Anthropology 231
International Law - Political Science 441
Cultural Aspects of Food - Home Economics 403
Cultural Aspects of Clothing - Home Economics 230
Modern Art - Art 480
Contemporary American Foreign Policy -PSC 308
Twentieth Century and World Music - Music 349
Business Spanish -Spanish 320
Regulation of Business by Governments - ADS 437
Special Problems* - (Mgm 475, Mkt 475, FIN 475,
etc...)
•Topics may vary from one semester to another
depending on student interest and availability of
staff. Some possible topics are:
International Logistics Management
International Procurement Strategies
Comparative Management
International Management Intelligence
International Business Ethics
International Business Etiquette
International Finance
Expatriate Management
Part IV: Foreign Language Requirement (3 Hours):
Some "proficiency11 in one major foreign language is
required of all International Business Majors.
This requirement may be met by one of the following
courses or their equivalent in other languages:
French 209, French 232, German 209, German 23 2,
Spanish 209, Spanish 232.
(In order to determine their level of language competence, students
could take an advanced placement examination that is administered
by the Dept. of Modern Languages at SFA. This examination will
suggest where students should start to meet the foreign language
requirement. By completing one of the above language courses,
students may be able to earn "bypass" credits which could be used
for "free" electives. Careful planning will enable students to meet
the language requirement without any additional time or
difficulties.)
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED: 2 7
(For course description, please refer to SFA's GENERAL BULLETIN.)
RESOURCE8 REQUIRED
To offer this program, SFA needs NO ADDITIONAL RESOURCES. There are
already enough courses across the University which would satisfy
the needs, of International Business Majors. No staffing or
classroom problems are anticipated.
FURTHER JUSTIFICATION
The importance of international business education has been well
established over the past few years by a number of scholarly
studies. Recognizing the inadequacy of the traditional curriculum
for the coverage of international business dimensions, the MIT
Commission on Industrial Productivity points out how future
managers must be able to operate in an international environment
and, therefore, recommends that international studies should become
part of the required curriculum.
The report entitled "Management Education and Development: Drift or
Thrust Into the 21st Century?11 which was commissioned by the
American Assembly of Collegiate Schpols of Business (AACSB) points
out that business schools largely give "lip service11 to
international dimensions and suggests that business schools
incorporate a rigorous global perspective in the curriculum.
The following quotes also underline why we need to offer a Major in
International Business and strengthen our programs:
Education is one of the most promising avenues for
meeting the challenge confronting American business,
and U.S. business schools have the responsibility to
provide the very best education for those students
preparing for a career in business. An international
perspective is now an essential element of the business
curriculum, and students must be exposed to the inter
national dimension of business....
—ACADEMY OF MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVE
...(Y)oung people graduating today...with no orientation
toward international business...have automatically limited
their ability to make it into the top ranks of management
in most companies.
--TEXAS BUSINESS TODAY
As more business-battles cross borders, managers must broaden
their view of markets and competition. Doing business in a
global economy requires a lot of new learning - including
how to find the right country in which to build a plant,
how to coordinate production schedules across borders,
and how to absorb research wherever it occurs. They must
learn what sort of people to hire, how to inculcate a global
mentality in the ranks, and when to sell standardized
products instead of customizing them for local markets...
Business schools...(thus) must focus on the development of
business education programs that produce graduates able to
understand and function effectively in today's global business
environment.
-- INTERNATIONAL MARKETING (by Jain)
In comparison with the owners of independent businesses
in other nations, American business owners have a very
low "export consciousness11 level. They do not think of
themselves as potential exporters. Most of them have never
even considered marketing their products and services beyond
the borders of the United States, and they are in general
unaware of the growth opportunities inherent in exporting.
—U.S. DEPT. OF COMMERCE
The typical businessmen in Europe, the Middle East, the Far
East, and Asia is much more knowledgeable in international
business matters than is his American counterpart.
—BILL DOLLAR OF DALLAS WORLD TRADE CENTER
International (business)...is an opening horizon of increasing
complexity and importance in the world as we see it today.
It is essential which countries control the source of
critically needed materials and which of these markets may be
open to our industry. Accordingly, it is incumbent that
progressive...personnel take measures to become educated and
trained, and to profit from the field....
— SOUTHWEST PURCHASING
(F)ewer than 20 percent of all Texas companies whose goods
have an export potential are actually selling abroad at this
time (T)he vast majority ...have not realized any of
their export potential. The failure of businesses in Texas
to take advantage of export opportunities means lost sales,
lost profits and lost jobs.
—FORMER TEXAS SECRETARY OF STATE
The importance of the curriculum changes is further evident in the
following U. S. economic facts:
One out of every six manufacturing jobs in the U.S.
is related to exports. .
—Merchandise exports account for nearly seven million jobs
in the U. S.
—One out of every seven dollars of U.S. sales is to a
foreign market.
—The U. S. is the world's largest importer of goods and
services. One out of every three cars, nine out of every
10 television sets, two out of every three suits, and every
VCR sold in the U. S. are imports from abroad.
—The U.S. is the largest debtor nation in the world. One out
of every four dollars of U. S. bonds and notes recently has
been issued to foreign investors.
One billion of merchandise exports creates 19000 jobs in
the U. S.
—About one million jobs in Texas depend on foreign trade.
CONCLUDING REMARKS
Undoubtedly, international business has become very important to
the United States. Our curriculum, therefore, must prepare our
students for the emerging global opportunities and challenges. A
Major in International Business will be a step in the right
direction!
It should be noted that our students do recognize the importance of
international business studies. Over the past several years, I have
received numerous inquiries from students about the feasibility of
a Major in International Business at SFA. Based on many student
comments in and outside of international business classes, I'd say
our Major in International Business should attract between 50 and
75 students within the first two years. (I know personally of five
Nacogdoches High School graduates, Class of '94, who would like to
major in International Business at SFA but are forced to go
elsewhere because SFA does not offer this major.) There is
definitely a growing student interest for a Major in International
Business.
STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY
ROOM &. BOARD RATES FOR 1994-1995
Appendix Number 3
RESIDENCE HALL
FALL & SPRING SEMESTER SUMMER I OR II
W/5DAY W/7DAY W/7 DAY W/5 DAY W/7DAY
15 MEALS 13 MEALS 20 MEALS 15 MEALS 21 MEALS
CLASSIFICATION I
HALLS 5, 9, 12, 17, 20
CLASSIFICATION H
HALLS 7, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18
CLASSIFICATION III
HALLS 1, 2, 3, 8
ENRICHMENT HALLS
HALL 10
HALL 11
MEALS
Rate
$1,026
$937
$850
$381
$351
$323
$410
$381
7-20 SUM 5-15 SUM 7-21
$921 $323 $404
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Stephen F. Austin
State University
Minutes of the
Board of Regents
Nacogdoches, Texas
April 27,1994
Volume 129
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
93-142 Approval of January 25, 1994 and March 17,1994 Minutes 1
93-143 Election of Board Officers 1
93-144 Election of General Counsel 1
93-145 Election of President 1
93-146 Change of Status for Spring 1994 1
93-147 Faculty and Staff Appointments for 1993-94 2
93-148 Faculty and Staff Appointments for 1994-95 2
93-149 Promotions 3
93-150 Tenure 4
93-151 Regents Professorships for 1994-95 4
93-152 Faculty Development Leaves 4
93-153 Voluntary Modification of Employment 1994-95 4
93-154 Retirement 4
93-155 Faculty Workload Report 5
93-156 Approval of General and Graduate Bulletins 5
93-157 Adoption of Policy on Misconduct in Research 5
93-158 Proposal for Major in International Business 5
93-159 Annual Budget 5
93-160 Summer Budget 5
93-161 ARA Contract 5
93-162 Room and Apartment Rates 5
93-163 Student Fees 5
93-164 Library Computer Financing Package 5
93-165 Authorization to Prepare Request for Information to Select Bond Advisor... 5
93-166 Budget Changes -Ratification of Items Less Than $50,000 6
93-167 Computer Hardware - Academic Computing 6
93-168 Computer Hardware - Administrative Computing 6
93-169 Maintenance Building 6
93-170 Birdwell Building Elevator 6
93-171 Gibbs Hall Electrical Improvements 6
93-172 Pool House Renovation 6
Reports:
Chair, Faculty Senate
President, Student Government Association
Vice President for University Advancement - Scholarship Report
Assistant to the President for Recruiting and Retention - Recruiting and
Retention Report
President
Appendix No. 1 - Policy on Dealing with Allegations of Misconduct in Research
Appendix No. 2 - Proposal for Major in International Business
Appendix No. 3 - Room and Board Rates for 1994-95
Appendix No. 4 - Budget Changes
MINUTES OF THE MEETING
BOARD OF REGENTS
STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY
NACOGDOCHES, TEXAS
April 27, 1994
The meeting was called to order at 9:10 a.m. by Chair Sissy Austin.
93-142
Upon motion of Regent Windham, seconded by Regent Shaw with all members voting aye, it was
ordered that the minutes of January 25, 1994 and March 17,1994 be approved.
93-143
Upon motion of Regent Windham, seconded by Regent Blake, with all members voting aye, it
was ordered that Board officers for the coming year be elected as follows: Chairman of the
Board, Sissy Austin; Vice Chairman, Ron Adkison; and Secretary, Retta Kelley.
93-144
Upon motion of Regent Windham, seconded by Regent Blake, with all members voting aye, it
was ordered that Yvette Clark be elected as General Counsel at a salary of $70,000.
93-145
Upon motion of Regent Windham, seconded by Regent Christopher, with all members voting
aye, it was ordered that Dan Angel be elected President of Stephen F. Austin State University
at an annual salary of $130,000 and that a four-year contract be initiated, to be prepared by the
General Counsel, and approved by the Board.
93-146
Upon motion of Regent Christopher, seconded by Regent Montes it was ordered that the following
changes of status be approved.
1. Administrative Services
Dr. Martin C. Young, from Professor and Interim Dean at a salary of $71,280 for 12 months,
to Professor and Dew of the College of Business at a salary of $77,000 for 12 months,
effective May 1,1994,
2. Computer Science
Mr. William W. Long, Associate Director, McGee Computing Laboratory, an additional
$3,888.50 for assuming the responsibilities of Director effective spring semester, 1994.
3. Elementary Education
Dr. Jerry L. Irons, Professor, an additional $3,800 for serving as Coordinator of the Distance
Learning Centers, effective February, 1994.
4. Secondary Education
Dr. Donnya E. Stephens, Professor, an additional $1,000 for teaching an overload course for
the spring semester, 1994.
Dr. Roger D. Perritt, Professor, an additional $1,000 for teaching an overload course for the
spring semester, 1994.
5. University Affairs
Ms. Jill Milem, Campus Assistance Program Counselor, from a salary of $28,879 to Campus
Assistance Program Director at a salary of $31,497 for twelve months.
93-147
Upon motion of Regent Shaw, seconded by Regent Windham, it was ordered that the following
appointments for spring, 1994 be approved:
1. Applied Studies and Education
93-148
Upon motion of Regent Blake, seconded by Regent Montes, it was ordered that the following
appointments be approved:
1. Biology
Dr. Robert S. Stewart, Assistant Professor, Ph.D. (University of California), at a salary of
$34,500 for nine months.
2. English and Philosophy
Mr. Glenn B. Blalock, Assistant Professor, M.S. (Stetson University), at a salary of $30,000
for nine months, contingent upon completion of Ph.D. by August 23,1994.
Dr. Jacqueline M. O'Connor, Assistant Professor, Ph.D. (University of California, Davis), at
a salary of $30,000 for nine months.
3. Kinesiology and Health Science
Dr. Michael E. Sandlin, Assistant Professor, Ph.D. (Texas A&M University), at a salary of
$30,000 for nine months.
4. University Affairs
Mr. James Dachekt, Programmer Analyst I, at a salary of $20,796 for twelve months,
effective February 1,1994.
Ms. Sheila Dyer, Interpreter, at a salary of $33,500 for twelve months, effective April 1,1994.
Mr. Michael Findley, Campus Assistance Program Counselor, at a salary of $28,879 for
twelve months, effective March 25,1994.
93-149
Upon motion of Regent Christopher, seconded by Regent Montes, it was ordered that the following
individuals be granted promotion to the academic rank indicated, effective fall semester, 1994.
To Associate Professor:
Dr. Robert Strader Computer Science
Mr. Stan Bobo Kinesiology
Dr. Becky Greer Home Economics
Dr. Michael McKaig Counseling and Special Educational Programs
Dr. Leah Smith Elementary Education
Mr. Robert Kinsell Art
Dr. Gayle Berardi Political Science
Dr. Ray Darville Sociology
Dr. Michael Stapleton English
Dr. J. Kelly Cunningham Mathematics
To Professor:
Dr. Scott Bills History
Dr. Barbara Carr English
Dr. Michael Fountain Forestry
Dr. William Clark Mathematics
Dr. Richard Langley Chemistry
Dr. Dale Fish Counseling and Special Educational Programs
Dr. Bill Long Agriculture
Dr. Bruce Payette Counseling and Special Educational Programs
To Professor Emeritus:
Dr. Neal Houston English
93-150
Upon motion of Regent Blake, seconded by Regent Shaw, it was ordered that academic tenure be
awarded to the following individuals, effective September 1,1994.
Dr. Martha Sullivan Criminal Justice
Dr. Robert Strader Computer Science
Dr. Marsha Bayless Administrative Services
Dr. Geralyn Franklin Management and Marketing
Dr. Michael McKaig Counseling and Special Educational Programs
Mr. Robert Kinsell Ait
Dr. George Yancey Psychology
Dr. Dale Hearell English
Dr. Ray Darville Sociology
Dr. J. Kelly Cunningham Mathematics and Statistics
Ms. Kayce Halstead Library
93-151
Upon motion of Regent Christopher, seconded by Regent Windhara, it was ordered that the following
individuals be awarded Regents Professorships for the academic year 1994-95.
Dr. James E. Towns
Dr. Sylvia F. McGrath
93-152
Upon motion of Regent Christopher, seconded by Regent Windham, it was ordered that the faculty
members listed below be awarded Faculty Development Leaves for the seraester(s) indicated.
Fall 1994
Dr. Vinay Kothari Management/Marketing
Dr. David Creech Agriculture
Spring 1995
Dr. Jarrell Grout Computer Science
Fall 1994 and Spring 1995 (50%)
Dr. Jere Jackson History
Dr. James R. Speer Psychology
93-153
Upon motion of Regent Kelley, seconded by Regent Blake, it was ordered that the following requests
for retirement and subsequent modification of employment be approved.
Dr. Francis Abernethy, English and Philosophy
Dr. Talib A. Alhashimi, Agriculture
Mr. Bobby Boudria, Mathematics and Statistics
93-154
Upon motion of Regent Montes, seconded by Regent Christopher, it was ordered that the following
retirement be accepted.
1. Elementary Education
Dr. Don Fare, Professor, effective December 31,1994.
93-155
Upon motion of Regent Shaw, seconded by Regent Christopher, it was ordered that the faculty
woikload report for the spring semester, 1994 be approved as submitted at the meeting.
93-156
Upon motion of Regent Windham, seconded by Regent Christopher, it was ordered that the 1994-95
General Bulletin and the 1994-96 Graduate Bulletin be accepted
93-157
Upon motion of Regent Montes, seconded by Regent Shaw, it was ordered that the University Policy
on Misconduct in Research be approved as presented.
93-158
Upon motion of Regent Christopher, seconded by Regent Windham, it was ordered that the proposal
for offering a Major in International Business be approved and that the administration proceed to obtain
approval from The Higher Education Coordinating Board.
93-159
Upon motion of Regent Windham, seconded by Regent Christopher, it was ordered that the
budget for the 1994-95 fiscal year in the amount of $81,434,402 be approved as presented.
93-160
Upon motion of Regent Christopher, seconded by Regent Shaw, it was ordered that the
Summer Budget for the 1994 fiscal year in the amount of $2,339,781 be approved.
93-161
Upon motion of Regent Blake, seconded by Regent Montes, it was ordered that the current
ARASERVE contract, with modifications, be continued for FY 1994-95 with a 3.7% increase,
and that the President be authorized to sign the contract
93-162
Upon motion of Regent Christopher, seconded by Regent Montes, it was ordered that a 6.5%
increase in room and apartment rates be effective for FY 1994-95 in accordance with the
schedule presented.
93-163
Upon motion of Regent Christopher, seconded by Regent Montes, it was ordered that student
fees be increased as follows per semester credit hour effective September 1,1994.
From To
General Use Fee $10 $11
LibraryUseFee $1 $ 2
Computer Use Fee $3 $ 5
Course Fees Various - Average Increase $ 1
93-164
Upon motion of Regent Shaw, seconded by Regent Montes, it was ordered that the rate of
4.8% quoted by Stone Fort Bank for financing the purchase of a library computer system be
accepted and that the President be authorized to sign the necessary documents.
93-165
Upon motion of Regent Blake, seconded by Regent Shaw, it was ordered that the
administration be authorized to develop a Request for Proposal (RFP) to solicit pertinent
information from those firms qualified to provide bond advising services, and that the
recommendation be submitted to the Board at its July, 1994, meeting.
93-166
Upon motion of Regent Christopher, seconded by Regent Windham, it was ordered that the
budget changes of $50,000 or less be ratified as presented.
93-167
Upon motion of Regent Montes, seconded by Regent Shaw, it was ordered that the
administration be authorized to proceed with the purchase of the DEC 4000-720 for academic
computing in accordance with current state purchasing procedures and that the President be
authorized to sign the necessary purchase documents.
93-168
Upon motion of Regent Montes, seconded by Regent Christopher, it was ordered that the
administration be authorized to begin the planned replacement of high speed disk drives by
purchasing one drive per year in accordance with current state purchasing procedures at an
estimated cost of $45,000 for the coming year and that the President be authorized to sign the
necessary purchase documents.
93-169
Upon motion of Regent Blake, seconded by Regent Montes, it was ordered that the
administration be authorized to solicit bids for the construction of a 10,000 square foot
insulated metal building and that bids be presented to the Board at the July meeting.
93-170
Upon motion of Regent Windham, seconded by Regent Montes, it was ordered that the HEAF
funds in the amount of $125,000 previously allocated for the purchase of a road bus be
transferred to the installation cost for an elevator in the Birdwell Building, that the
administration be authorized to secure bids, and that the President be authorized to sign the
necessary purchase documents.
93-171
Upon motion of Regent Blake, seconded by Regent Christopher, it was ordered that the
administration be authorized to solicit bids for the re-wiring of Gibbs Hall and that the
President be authorized to sign the necessary purchase documents.
93-172
Upon motion of Regent Shaw, seconded by Regent Blake, it was ordered that the
administration be authorized to solicit bids for the renovation of the pool house and that the
President be authorized to sign the necessary purchase documents.
Reports Presented From:
A. Faculty Senate Chair, Dr. Suzy Weems
•Academic restructuring
•Graduation procedures
•Grievance procedures
•Evaluation of administration
•Monetary reward for faculty
•Average class size and faculty/student ratio
•Support financial priorities which reflect significance of faculty role and
recognition of faculty excellence
•Appreciation for open dialogue between faculty and Board
B. Student Government Association President, Mr. Jared Wylie and Erik Gobel
•Unfortunate that fees and tuition have to increase; in future perhaps SGA can assist
in formulating a recommendation
•Senate restructuring to allow for totally "elected" body
•Disabilities Research Commission established, with Robert Flournoy as Chair
•Interest in negotiations for food service contract
•Dead week policy
•Promote cooperative effort with Faculty Senate on faculty evaluations
•Support Legislator Day and placement of a non-voting student member on Board
of Regents
•Polling place on campus for November state election
•Current dialogue with University Police Department regarding additional twenty-minute
parking near University Center and expanded commuter parking
C. Vice President for University Advancement, Dr. Jerry Holbert
1. General and Scholarship Report
2. Designated gifts received by SFASU Foundation, Inc.
D. Assistant to the President for Recruiting and Retention, Dr. Judd Staples
•Retention Report - Presentations by Judd Staples, Tim Clipson, Beth Smith, Joel
Wyatt, Jim Hardy, Nancy Dunn, Mike Pollard, Bob Lawson. Also present Kim
Farris, Dennis Jones, Glender Chatman, Sarah Kessman, Cindy Rains.
NOTE: Tentative date for summer meeting is Tuesday, August 2.
Appendix Number 1
STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY
PROCEDURES FOR DEALING WITH ALLEGATIONS
OF MISCONDUCT IN RESEARCH
I. Policy Statement Relating to Misconduct in Research
A. Stephen F. Austin State University strives to create a climate that promotes faithful
adherence to high ethical standards in the conduct of scientific research, scholarship,
and creative activities without inhibiting the productivity and creativity of the
academic community. Misconduct in research is an offense that damages the
reputation not only of those involved but also of the entire educational community.
B. Misconduct in research means fabrication, falsification, plagiarism, or other practices
that materially deviate from those that are commonly accepted within the scientific
and scholarly community for proposing, conducting, or reporting research. It does
not include honest errors or honest differences in interpretations or judgments.
C. Misconduct in research is a major breach of the relationship between a faculty or
staff member and the institution. In order to maintain the integrity of research
projects, every investigator should keep an auditable record of experimental
protocols, data, and findings. Coauthors on research reports of any type must have a
bona fide role in the research and must accept responsibility for the quality of the
work reported.
D. Any inquiry or investigation of allegations of misconduct in research must proceed
promptly and with due regard for the reputation and rights of all individuals
involved.
E. The University will take all reasonable steps to assure that the persons involved in the
evaluation of the allegations and evidence have appropriate expertise and that no
person involved in the procedures is either biased against the accused person(s) or
has a conflict of interest.
II. Procedures for Addressing Misconduct in Research
A. Initial allegations, in writing, must be reported to the Vice President for Academic
Affairs. If the Vice President for Academic Affairs has a possible conflict of
interest, the allegations will be referred to the President of the University,
The Vice President for Academic Affairs shall informally review any allegations of
misconduct in research and scholarship and determine whether the allegation warrants
initiation of the inquiry process according to the policies and procedures for
misconduct in research and scholarship, or whether other policies and procedures,
such as those relevant to employment grievances should be invoked. The Vice
President for Academic Affairs will counsel the individual(s) bringing the allegation
as to the policies and procedures to be used. If the reporting individual chooses not
to make a formal allegation but the Vice President for Academic Affairs believes that
reasonable cause exists to warrant an inquiry, the inquiry process shall be initiated.
Even if the individual against whom the allegation is made (hereafter referred to as
the respondent) leaves or has left the University before the case is resolved, the
University will pursue an allegation of misconduct to its conclusion.
Once an allegation is made, the identity of the respondent will be held in strict
confidence to the extent allowed by law to protect the individual involved.
Where the complainant seeks anonymity, the Vice President for Academic Affairs
shall operate in such a way as to maintain the anonymity to the degree compatible
with accomplishing the initial review. Such anonymity cannot, however, be assured.
Further, anonymity of the complainant is neither desirable nor appropriate where the
testimony or witness of the complainant is important to the substantiation of the
allegations.
B. Inquiry
1. Purpose
Whenever a warranted allegation or complaint involving the possibility of misconduct
is made, the Vice President for Academic Affairs shall initiate an inquiry. In the
inquiry stage, factual information is gathered and expeditiously reviewed to
determine if an investigation of the charge is warranted. An inquiry is designed to
separate allegations deserving of further investigation from frivolous, unjustified, or
clearly mistaken allegations.
2. Structure
a. The Vice President for Academic Affairs shall, after a decision to proceed with an
inquiry, appoint an individual to conduct an official inquiry. This individual will
have no conflict of interest, hold no appointment in the departments of either the
complainant or the respondent, and have appropriate expertise for evaluating the
information relevant to the case. Every effort will be made following initial
administrative review of the allegation to appoint an individual within fifteen (15)
working days, but the individual must be appointed within thirty (30) working days.
b. Records of the inquiry are confidential to the extent allowed by law and are to be
passed on to a Committee of Investigation if formal review is initiated. In any case,
the records shall be kept secure, and if no misconduct is found, the records should be
destroyed three years after completion of an inquiry. At the option of the individual
conducting the inquiry, proceedings either will be tape recorded or transcribed and
the records will be made available to appropriate and involved parties upon request.
c. The inquiry phase will be completed within sixty (60) calendar days of its initiation
unless the individual determines that circumstances clearly warrant a longer period.
In such circumstances, the individual will advise the Vice President for Academic
Affairs who will advise all relevant parties. The record of the inquiry will include
documentation of the reason for exceeding the sixty-(60) day period.
d. All principals in the inquiry may be accompanied by a representative for advice and
counsel. However, since the inquiry is informal and intended to be expeditious,
principals must speak for themselves.
3. Process
a. The Vice President for Academic Affairs is responsible for notifying all parties in
writing of the allegations and of the procedures that will be used to examine the
allegations. Further, they will be informed of the individual proposed to conduct the
inquiry for the purpose of identifying in advance any actual or potential conflict of
interest.
b. Information, expert opinions, records, and other pertinent data may be requested by
the individual conducting the inquiry. All involved parties are obliged to cooperate
with this individual by supplying such requested documents and information.
c. During the inquiry, access to copies of all documents reviewed by the individual
conducting the inquiry will be assured to all appropriate parties. All materials will
be considered confidential to the extent allowed by law and shared only with those
with a need to know. During the inquiry, the Vice President for Academic Affairs
and the individual conducting the inquiry are responsible for security of relevant
documents. Copies of all documents and related communications are to be securely
maintained in the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs.
d. All parties to the case, including the individual conducting the inquiry, shall have the
opportunity to present evidence and to call witnesses.
4. Findings
a. The completion of an inquiry is marked by a determination of whether or not an
investigation is warranted. The individual conducting the inquiry shall find no
misconduct unless it is concluded, based on the preponderance of evidence for each
allegation, that the allegation(s) have sufficient merit to call for an investigation.
The outcome of the inquiry will be conveyed in writing to the Vice President for
Academic Affairs, who will be responsible for communication of the findings to the
respondent within ten working days. The respondent shall be given the opportunity
to comment in writing upon the findings and recommendations of the inquiry. If the
respondent chooses to comment, such comments must be forwarded as soon as
possible within ten (10) working days.
b. If the outcome of the inquiry indicates a need for formal investigation, the Vice
President for Academic Affairs shall, after notification to the appropriate Dean(s) and
legal counsel, initiate the investigatory process. Under certain circumstances, as
defined by the applicable federal regulations, the institution may be expected to
notify the sponsoring agency or funding source prior to the initiation of an
investigation. Factors used to determine the timing of such notification include the
following: (1) There is an immediate health hazard involved; (2) There is an
immediate need to protect federal funds or equipment; (3) There is an immediate
need to protect the interests of the person(s) making the allegations or of the
individual(s) who is(are) the subject(s) of the allegations as well as his/her(their) co-investigators
and associates, if any; (4) It is probable that the alleged incident is
going to be reported publicly; or (5) There is a reasonable indication of possible
criminal violation.
c. If an allegation is found to be unsupported but has been submitted in good faith, no
further action, other than informing all parties, will be taken. The proceedings of an
inquiry, including the identity of the respondent, will be held in strict confidence to
the extent allowed by law to protect the parties involved. If confidentiality is
breached, the University will take reasonable steps to minimize the damage to
reputations that may result from inaccurate reports.
d. If the individual conducting the inquiry finds the allegations to be unjust and
malicious, those findings will be reported to the Vice President for Academic
Affairs. At this time the Vice President for Academic Affairs may take such actions
or impose such sanctions as are appropriate to the situation.
C. Investigation and Determination
1. Purpose
An investigation will be initiated when an inquiry results in a finding that investigation is
warranted. The purpose of investigation is to explore the allegations further and
determine whether misconduct in research and scholarship has been committed. The
investigation will focus on accusations of misconduct as defined previously and examine
the factual materials of each case. In the course of an investigation, additional
information may emerge that justifies broadening the scope of the. investigation beyond
the initial allegations. The respondent will be informed in writing when significant new
directions of investigation are undertaken.
2. Structure
a. The Vice President for Academic Affairs will, after a decision to proceed with an
investigation, and after consultation with the chair of the University Research
Council, appoint an Investigating Committee of no less than three persons. At least
two members will be senior faculty who are without conflict of interest, hold no
appointment in the departments of either the complainant or the respondent, and
have appropriate expertise for evaluating the information relevant to the case. At
least one member shall be a person who is not associated with Stephen F. Austin
State University. The individual who conducted the inquiry shall not serve on the
Investigating Committee. Following receipt of the inquiry report, every effort will
be made to appoint an Investigating Committee within fifteen (15) working days, but
the Committee must be appointed within thirty (30) working days.
b. At its first meeting, the Committee will elect a chairperson to handle procedural and
administrative matters.
c. Hearings are confidential and may be declared closed by request of any of the
principals. Written notification of hearing dates and copies of all relevant documents
will be provided by the Vice President for Academic Affairs in advance of scheduled
meetings. At the option of the Committee, proceedings either will be tape recorded
or transcribed, and the records will be made available to involved parties upon
request.
d. Every effort should be made to complete the investigation within 120 days; however,
it is acknowledged that in some cases this time period may be difficult to meet. In
such cases, the Investigating Committee shall compile a progress report, identify
reasons for the delay, and notify the Vice President for Academic Affairs of the
additional time necessary for the investigation. The Vice President for Academic
Affairs shall convey to the funding agency such information as may be required by it
at intervals as required by the agency.
e. Both the principals and the Investigating Committee may discuss the issues personally
or have a representative accompany them.
3. Process
a. The Vice President for Academic Affairs is responsible for notifying all parties in
writing of the allegations and of the procedures that will be used to examine the
allegations. Further, they will be informed of the proposed membership of the
Committee of Investigation for the purpose of identifying in advance any actual or
potential conflict of interest.
b. All parties to the case, including the Investigating Committee, may present evidence
and call and examine or cross-examine witnesses. The investigation normally will
include examination of all documentation, including, but not necessarily limited to,
relevant research data and proposals, publications, correspondence, and memoranda
of telephone calls. The Committee will make every attempt to interview all
individuals involved in making the allegation or against whom the allegation is made,
as well as other individuals who might have information regarding key aspects of the
allegations; complete summaries of these interviews will be provided to the
interviewed party for comment or revision and included as part of the investigatory
file. Additional hearings may be held, and the Committee may request the
involvement of outside experts. The investigation must be sufficiently thorough to
permit the Committee to reach a decision about the validity of the allegation(s) and
the scope of the wrongdoing or to be sure that further investigation is not likely to
alter an inconclusive result. In addition to making a judgment on the veracity of the
charges, the Committee may recommend to the Vice President for Academic Affairs
appropriate sanctions if warranted.
c. As the University is responsible for protecting the health and safety of research
subjects, students, and staff, interim administrative action prior to conclusion of
either the inquiry or the investigation may be indicated. Such action, ranging from
slight restriction to complete suspension of respondent and notification of external
sponsors, if indicated, is initiated by the Vice President for Academic Affairs.
d. All parties in the investigation are encouraged to cooperate by producing any
additional data requested for the investigation. Copies of all materials secured by the
Committee shall be provided to the respondent and may be provided to other
concerned parties as judged appropriate by the Committee.
e. The respondent shall have an opportunity to address the charges and evidence in
detail.
f. After all evidence has been received and hearings completed, the Investigating
Committee shall meet in closed sessions to deliberate and prepare its findings and
recommendations. The Committee shall find no academic misconduct unless a
majority of the members conclude that the preponderance of the credible evidence
substantiates the allegation(s).
g. All significant developments during the investigation as well as the findings and
recommendations of the Committee will be reported by the Vice President for
Academic Affairs to the research sponsor if appropriate.
4. Findings
a. Upon completion of the investigation, the Committee will submit to the Vice
President for Academic Affairs a full written report that details the Committee's
findings and recommendations. The Committee's findings are binding upon the
Institution subject to appeal by the respondent.
b. This report shall also be sent to the respondent by the Vice President for Academic
Affairs within ten (10) days of its receipt.
5. Resolution
a. Finding of Absence of Academic Misconduct
All research sponsors and others initially informed of the investigation will be
informed in writing that allegations of misconduct were not supported. If the
allegations are deemed to have been maliciously motivated, the Committee will
report those findings to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. If the allegations,
however incorrect, are deemed to have been made in good faith, no additional
measures are indicated and efforts will be made to prevent retaliatory actions. In
publicizing the finding of no misconduct, the University will be guided by whether
public announcements will be harmful or beneficial in restoring any reputation(s) that
may have been damaged. Usually, such decision will rest with the person who was
innocently accused.
b. Finding of Presence of Academic Misconduct
The Vice President for Academic Affairs shall consider the recommendations of the
Committee and shall be responsible for determining and implementing sanctions.
The respondent shall be notified in writing of the recommended sanctions within
twenty (20) days. If the sanctions involve a recommendation for termination of
employment, the University academic termination procedures will be invoked. The
University must take action appropriate for the seriousness of the misconduct,
including, but not limited to, one or more of the following, subject to existing
University policies:
1) Institutional Disciplinary Action including:
° Removal from particular project
o Special monitoring of future work
o Letter of reprimand
o Probation for specified period with conditions specified
o Suspension of rights and responsibilities for a specified period, with or
without salary
0 Financial restitution
° Termination of employment/enrollment
2) Notification. The Vice President for Academic Affairs is responsible for
notification of the outcome to all federal agencies, sponsors or other entities
initially informed of the investigation. Consideration should be given to formal
notification of involved parties such as:
° Sponsoring agencies, funding sources
0 Co-authors, co-investigators, collaborators, department, University
publications
° Editors of the journal(s) in which fraudulent research was published
0 State professional licensing boards
° Editors of journals or other publications, other institutions, sponsoring
agencies, and funding sources with which the individual has been affiliated
° Professional societies
3) Interim sanctions may be imposed during the appellate process.
6. Appeal
Individuals may appeal the judgment of the Investigating Committee and/or the sanction.
A written statement of the grounds for the appeal must be submitted to the President
within thirty (30) days of written notification of the sanctions. Grounds for appeal
include, but are not limited to, previously unconsidered material evidence, sanctions not
commensurate with the finding, and failure to follow the prescribed process. Upon
receipt of a written appeal, the President will evaluate the evidence and make a
determination. The President shall reopen the investigation if the previously
unconsidered material evidence so warrants and may reopen the investigation if
circumstances so dictate. The President's decision will be conveyed to all involved in a
timely fashion, but must be conveyed within thirty (30) working days. In the case of
termination, the appropriate University policies on termination for cause shall be
followed.
Authority: Public Health Service Act in accordance with 42 CFR Part 50 03/02/94
Appendix Number 2
PROPOSAL
MAJOR IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
SUBMITTED BY: Vinay Kothari, Ph.D.
Professor of Management & Marketing
TO: Dr. Marlin C. Young
Acting Dean, College of Business
VIA: Dr. Warren Fisher
Chair, Dept. of Management & Marketing
PRELIMINARY REMARKS:The current global business environment, which
represents tremendous opportunities as well as
challenges for U.S. business, necessitates a
continuous examination of the business courses
and programs to determine their effectiveness-particularly
in the area of International
Business. A recent examination of our various
courses and programs at SFA suggests that we
could offer a Major in International Business
to meet our students' interests and needs.
There are already enough courses throughout
the University to offer an interdisciplinary
International Business Major. No additional
resources are required at present to offer
this program. If this major is approved, SFA
will be among the very few leading schools
across the State of Texas and in the nation
with an outstanding program in International
Business.
MAJOR IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS - PROPOSAL
INTRODUCTION
As we march toward the 21st Century, it is becoming increasingly
clear that the United States must prepare itself to meet the
challenges of growing international business competition and regain
its competitive edge and economic leadership. Reasons for this are
obvious. For instance, while the U. S. enjoyed an unbroken string
of trade surpluses for almost 80 years, since 1975 it has had
deficits each year; and, the world's largest creditor nation prior
to the mid 1980s, the U.S. today is the world's largest debtor
nation, far surpassing such third world countries as Brazil, India
and Mexico. As we continue to lose jobs and own less and less of
our economy each year, the importance of reversing the trends
becomes more and more unquestionable.
To reverse the trends, the initial tendency often is to suggest
legal means which would prohibit foreign imports and foreign
ownerships of American businesses. Restrictions on foreign trade
and investment historically have not been proven very beneficial
and, in fact, could be harmful to the U.S. in the long run both
economically and politically. Furthermore, it would be odd for the
U.S. to adopt restrictive measures while Eastern Europe, Southeast
Asia, South America and the rest are rapidly tearing down the walls
of restrictions and removing barriers.
Instead of laws, what the U.S. needs is the development of managers
who understand foreign cultures, political/legal systems and
economic dynamics and who welcome - not resist -international
competition. In the contemporary global climate of economic
cooperation rather than confrontation that is evident in such
developments as Europe 1992 and the North American Free Trade
Agreement (NAFTA), it is imperative that the U. S. expend greater
resources and efforts to effectively educate and train individuals
so that they could pursue emerging opportunities worldwide,
overcome business obstacles, and succeed as world competitors.
A special report on the Internationalizing the Curriculum Project,
which was jointly sponsored by the American Association of Colleges
(AAC) and the American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business
(AACSB), entitled Bevond Borders: Profiles in International
Education (1993), writes: "Globalization is here to stay, and its
pace in the foreseeable future will only accelerate. Increasingly,
the expansion of the international dimension of higher education is
not so much an option as responsibility.11
For meeting the challenges of global business, many schools across
the U. S., including SFASU, have recognized the importance of
internationalizing education and have begun to offer a variety of
courses and programs in international business. SFA was among the
first in Texas to offer a minor in International Business. This
minor has continued to attract more than 35 students each semester.
«.■«« nf the minor at SFA about a decade ago, the
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nature of global busx^s dents than before. To prepare students
career °PP°rtunities ^ st^denopportunities, the time has come for
Sfa" t^^r af°step further S? ofrering a major in International
Business.
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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MAJORS CURRICULUM
Part I: Required FOUNDATION Courses: (15 Credit Hours)
Cultural Geography - Geography 230
International Politics - Political Science 332
International Economics - Economics 480
International Marketing - Marketing 452
Managing Multin'l Orgs. - Management 422
Part II: Select Two AREA Courses (6 Hours) from the following:
Latin American History - History 331
Contemporary Europe - History 461
Topics in World History - History 313
Area Studies - Geography 450
Major Foreign Governments - Political Science 304
Part III: Select ONE Course (3 Hours) from the following:
Cultural Anthropology - Anthropology 231
International Law - Political Science 441
Cultural Aspects of Food - Home Economics 403
Cultural Aspects of Clothing - Home Economics 230
Modern Art - Art 480
Contemporary American Foreign Policy -PSC 308
Twentieth Century and World Music - Music 349
Business Spanish -Spanish 320
Regulation of Business by Governments - ADS 437
Special Problems* - (Mgm 475, Mkt 475, FIN 475,
etc...)
•Topics may vary from one semester to another
depending on student interest and availability of
staff. Some possible topics are:
International Logistics Management
International Procurement Strategies
Comparative Management
International Management Intelligence
International Business Ethics
International Business Etiquette
International Finance
Expatriate Management
Part IV: Foreign Language Requirement (3 Hours):
Some "proficiency11 in one major foreign language is
required of all International Business Majors.
This requirement may be met by one of the following
courses or their equivalent in other languages:
French 209, French 232, German 209, German 23 2,
Spanish 209, Spanish 232.
(In order to determine their level of language competence, students
could take an advanced placement examination that is administered
by the Dept. of Modern Languages at SFA. This examination will
suggest where students should start to meet the foreign language
requirement. By completing one of the above language courses,
students may be able to earn "bypass" credits which could be used
for "free" electives. Careful planning will enable students to meet
the language requirement without any additional time or
difficulties.)
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED: 2 7
(For course description, please refer to SFA's GENERAL BULLETIN.)
RESOURCE8 REQUIRED
To offer this program, SFA needs NO ADDITIONAL RESOURCES. There are
already enough courses across the University which would satisfy
the needs, of International Business Majors. No staffing or
classroom problems are anticipated.
FURTHER JUSTIFICATION
The importance of international business education has been well
established over the past few years by a number of scholarly
studies. Recognizing the inadequacy of the traditional curriculum
for the coverage of international business dimensions, the MIT
Commission on Industrial Productivity points out how future
managers must be able to operate in an international environment
and, therefore, recommends that international studies should become
part of the required curriculum.
The report entitled "Management Education and Development: Drift or
Thrust Into the 21st Century?11 which was commissioned by the
American Assembly of Collegiate Schpols of Business (AACSB) points
out that business schools largely give "lip service11 to
international dimensions and suggests that business schools
incorporate a rigorous global perspective in the curriculum.
The following quotes also underline why we need to offer a Major in
International Business and strengthen our programs:
Education is one of the most promising avenues for
meeting the challenge confronting American business,
and U.S. business schools have the responsibility to
provide the very best education for those students
preparing for a career in business. An international
perspective is now an essential element of the business
curriculum, and students must be exposed to the inter
national dimension of business....
—ACADEMY OF MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVE
...(Y)oung people graduating today...with no orientation
toward international business...have automatically limited
their ability to make it into the top ranks of management
in most companies.
--TEXAS BUSINESS TODAY
As more business-battles cross borders, managers must broaden
their view of markets and competition. Doing business in a
global economy requires a lot of new learning - including
how to find the right country in which to build a plant,
how to coordinate production schedules across borders,
and how to absorb research wherever it occurs. They must
learn what sort of people to hire, how to inculcate a global
mentality in the ranks, and when to sell standardized
products instead of customizing them for local markets...
Business schools...(thus) must focus on the development of
business education programs that produce graduates able to
understand and function effectively in today's global business
environment.
-- INTERNATIONAL MARKETING (by Jain)
In comparison with the owners of independent businesses
in other nations, American business owners have a very
low "export consciousness11 level. They do not think of
themselves as potential exporters. Most of them have never
even considered marketing their products and services beyond
the borders of the United States, and they are in general
unaware of the growth opportunities inherent in exporting.
—U.S. DEPT. OF COMMERCE
The typical businessmen in Europe, the Middle East, the Far
East, and Asia is much more knowledgeable in international
business matters than is his American counterpart.
—BILL DOLLAR OF DALLAS WORLD TRADE CENTER
International (business)...is an opening horizon of increasing
complexity and importance in the world as we see it today.
It is essential which countries control the source of
critically needed materials and which of these markets may be
open to our industry. Accordingly, it is incumbent that
progressive...personnel take measures to become educated and
trained, and to profit from the field....
— SOUTHWEST PURCHASING
(F)ewer than 20 percent of all Texas companies whose goods
have an export potential are actually selling abroad at this
time (T)he vast majority ...have not realized any of
their export potential. The failure of businesses in Texas
to take advantage of export opportunities means lost sales,
lost profits and lost jobs.
—FORMER TEXAS SECRETARY OF STATE
The importance of the curriculum changes is further evident in the
following U. S. economic facts:
One out of every six manufacturing jobs in the U.S.
is related to exports. .
—Merchandise exports account for nearly seven million jobs
in the U. S.
—One out of every seven dollars of U.S. sales is to a
foreign market.
—The U. S. is the world's largest importer of goods and
services. One out of every three cars, nine out of every
10 television sets, two out of every three suits, and every
VCR sold in the U. S. are imports from abroad.
—The U.S. is the largest debtor nation in the world. One out
of every four dollars of U. S. bonds and notes recently has
been issued to foreign investors.
One billion of merchandise exports creates 19000 jobs in
the U. S.
—About one million jobs in Texas depend on foreign trade.
CONCLUDING REMARKS
Undoubtedly, international business has become very important to
the United States. Our curriculum, therefore, must prepare our
students for the emerging global opportunities and challenges. A
Major in International Business will be a step in the right
direction!
It should be noted that our students do recognize the importance of
international business studies. Over the past several years, I have
received numerous inquiries from students about the feasibility of
a Major in International Business at SFA. Based on many student
comments in and outside of international business classes, I'd say
our Major in International Business should attract between 50 and
75 students within the first two years. (I know personally of five
Nacogdoches High School graduates, Class of '94, who would like to
major in International Business at SFA but are forced to go
elsewhere because SFA does not offer this major.) There is
definitely a growing student interest for a Major in International
Business.
STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY
ROOM &. BOARD RATES FOR 1994-1995
Appendix Number 3
RESIDENCE HALL
FALL & SPRING SEMESTER SUMMER I OR II
W/5DAY W/7DAY W/7 DAY W/5 DAY W/7DAY
15 MEALS 13 MEALS 20 MEALS 15 MEALS 21 MEALS
CLASSIFICATION I
HALLS 5, 9, 12, 17, 20
CLASSIFICATION H
HALLS 7, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18
CLASSIFICATION III
HALLS 1, 2, 3, 8
ENRICHMENT HALLS
HALL 10
HALL 11
MEALS
Rate
$1,026
$937
$850
$381
$351
$323
$410
$381
7-20 SUM 5-15 SUM 7-21
$921 $323 $404
Appendix Number 4